Not all snake bites are venomous (release venom into the victim’s body). Snakebite should not be treated at home, please take the bitten person to the hospital

What you may notice

1. Pain and swelling at the site of bite
2. There may be fang marks at the site
3. There may be swelling extending beyond the site, e.g. the whole leg may be swollen
4. There may be color change or darkening of the limb
5. The person’s voice may become cloudy or hoarse
6. The urine may appear like blood: red or dark
7. There may be weakness

What you can do before getting to the hospital

Arrange for an urgent transport to the hospital

1. Take the person away from the area, rescue him or her before hunting the snake
2. Help the person to stay still, reduce movement of the site of bite
3. Do not give the person any drink, herbs or alcohol
4. Do not cut the site with blade
5. Do not attempt to suck the venom
6. Do not tie cloth to occlude the area above the site
7. Keep the site below the level of the heart e.g. put the leg down if the site is on the leg